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Corrosion of metals
Identify the necessary conditions for iron to rust, which include the presence of oxygen and water.
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- Identify the necessary conditions for iron to rust, which include the presence of oxygen and water.
- List several common methods to create barriers against rust, such as painting, greasing, and applying plastic coatings.
- Explain how barrier methods work to prevent rusting by keeping oxygen and water away from iron.
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